Osaka Purple, Japanese Mustard (Brassica juncea)
Osaka Purple, Japanese Mustard (Brassica juncea): Dark green-purple leaves with striking white veins make this mustard stand out. Allow it to grow to full size for boiling greens or harvest at 4 to 6 inches for salad. Fast and simple to grow, this is a fantastic crop for the spring, fall, or early winter. A vibrant microgreen with a hint of spiciness. The Osaka mustard is a robust Japanese mustard with lovely purple accents.
This stunning variety boasts dark green leaves splashed with vibrant purple highlights, accented by contrasting white veins. Harvest young leaves at 4-6 inches for a flavorful and colorful addition to salads. For a more robust experience, let them mature into delicious boiling greens.
Osaka Mustard thrives as a fast-growing spring crop, perfect for early harvests. It extends its bounty into fall and even early winter, offering a reliable source of fresh greens. This superstar also shines in its microgreen form. Enjoy its zesty bite as a vibrant microgreen or embrace its tenderness in a baby salad.
Botanical Name : Osaka Purple, Japanese Mustard
Common name : Brassica juncea
Size at maturity : 10”-12”
Days to maturity : 21-45
Light requirement : Full sun
Planting time : Fall,spring
Sowing method : direct sow
Planting depth : 1/4" -1/2"
Plant spacing : 10-12"
Ships : Year-round
Average seeds per ounce : Approx. 15,000